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Jordan F.


Lisle, IL

$27-50/hr3 yrs exp

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I'm a school social worker with a passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have the expertise to create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning
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Isabel M.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had a lot of experience with young kids, last summer I was a nanny for two boys. I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now and have had experience with babysitting special needs kids. I've watched up to 4 kids at a time. I enjoy keeping the kids active and try to keep them away from electronics. I know a lot of good...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily B.


Downers Grove, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Of Nearly 20 Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a career nanny who genuinely loves working inside the home. I love working with kids, developing a routine, and how each day can bring new sweet moments. I love being outdoors and staying active. I'm also a huge champion of reading at all ages! I have lots of experience working with kids with special needs too.
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michele L.


Darien, IL

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Patient

Empty nester now, mom of twin grown boys & college age step daughter. (Also helped care for Special Needs step daughter for 13 years). Looking to do what I love as part time babysitter/nanny. I will even take one time (date nights) and/or day or evening for a part time permanent position.
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Salutations, My name is Brandon, and it is a pleasure to E-meet you. I have been working with children for over 5 years now. I was a Pre-K/Lead School Age Teacher. I've always enjoyed working with children. Prior to this job, I was a teacher aide at a therapeutic day school for individuals with high functioning autism. I myself...
I have recently moved back to the Hinsdale area after caring for my father in Florida for several months. (He suffered from a traumatic brain injury). Experienced with childcare, senior care, special needs, and pets.
Erica can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
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Jamie R.


Naperville, IL

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in licensed childcare facilities for about 7 years as a lead teacher, assistant director and director. In these facilities I cared for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. I have also been a nanny for many families as well as have extensive babysitting experience. I am comfortable with caring for multiple children,...
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I am a 22-year-old college student, home for the summer looking for a job. I have many years of babysitting since I was in high school, and I was a camp counselor for two summers at a two-week overnight girl's camp. I was also involved throughout high school, which are two excellent programs that provide assistance and...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Valerie S.


Lisle, IL

$25-40/hr

Caregiver With Heart And Empathy.

Hello, I'm Val. I feel I was born a caregiver. I took care of my special needs loved ones in every way I could. I organized and took care of a 5 member household. I believe in order to be a great caregiver, a great therapist or a great doctor one needs to really care about other people, have empathy, compassion, respect and...
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Marcey M.


Naperville, IL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! I am a nursing student with a social work background passionate about helping families. I have worked primarily with the special needs population and am comfortable caring for children of all ages. I have an 18-month-old nephew who I have helped care for since he was born. My dream is to become a pediatric home for health...
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rebecca H.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-25/hr

Caring, Structured And Fun!

I've been a teacher in my own classroom for four years... and it's time for a change! I love what I do, but I also know that there are so many other ways I can make a difference in the world. Working with people with special needs is to serve one of the most vulnerable people in our world. I want to be a part of their care and...
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Taylor D.


Aurora, IL

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher And Prospective Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Taylor and I am a certified Special Education Teacher previously employed by Chicago Public Schools. I am currently working towards a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I specialize in accommodated/modified learning, working with students with disabilities, and teaching math and English/literature. I will...
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Priscilla C.


Romeoville, IL

$25-36/hr3 yrs exp

I Had A Client Got A Spiral Injury, Wheelchair Bound.

I've been doing caregiver job for over 20 years. I'm very good of what I do. I'm very compassionate, kind and can tolerate hard days "I can handle it" when things get tougher. For anyone, who've seen me working can easiy admire my efforts. I love my clients like my very own members of my family. I'm also a good cook authentic...
As a college student navigating life with ADHD, I deeply empathize with the experiences of neurodivergent individuals. I believe in embracing diverse perspectives and I cherish the opportunity to be part of someone's journey. My passion lies in providing compassionate care, offering guidance, and instilling healthy coping...
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Kasie C.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kasie, I am a graduate student looking to work with families for pet or child care. I have experience with classroom instruction (middle school - college level). I also have experience working with children with special needs (~3 years). I have a bachelor's degree in biology and am pursuing my masters in...
Kasie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
Nijole can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Debbie S.


Lisle, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I worked with a toddler in the infant room who had Down syndrome. When she moved to the toddler room, she was able to communicate with us when she wanted more to eat or drink. She was able to walk but did it slowly.
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Marni C.


Lisle, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an experienced nanny, household manager & babysitter of 6 years. I work well with children of all ages newborn-14 years. As well as experience with twins, newborns, and kids with special needs. On top of my nanny experience I have worked as an elementary school assistant teacher for 2 years, camp leader for kids with...
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Katie N.


Romeoville, IL

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate, Patient, Helpful Caregiver

I have trained as an EMT, paramedic, and nurse, as well as clinical training with health issues of all varieties. I have worked with children for 8 years as a nanny/house manager and at a daycare. I have great cleaning, cooking, and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, nonjudgmental, and helpful demeanor. My rate...
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Christine S.


Naperville, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny

I worked with Special Needs children for 5 years. I enjoy working with the children. They make me smile.

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